This year really was different from usual. There were an incredible number of people in Konoha now—twice as many as usual. People were doing business in every street and alley; after all, business was booming at this time of year, and they could make a great deal of money.
Some merchants could only make money at this time of year, since the things they sold were only needed during the New Year. Those who sold fruit or food could stay open all four seasons, but it was not easy for them either.
"I never expected to still see the news at a time like this. I have to say, there's actually still war going on outside. It's really unbelievable. And I don't understand why those people have to keep fighting. Can't they just celebrate the New Year properly for once? The New Year is really not easy to come by!" Uzumaki Chenhao said softly with a smile.
After saying that, he continued watching the news on TV. He truly wanted to learn about the situation outside, since the outside world was drawing so much attention. Konoha was very peaceful now, with no wars happening at all, but the world outside was different—truly very different.
I really wonder what we'll be eating tonight. I'm really looking forward to it. No matter what it is, I'll love it. I trust both of their cooking, and I have faith in them. Whatever they make will be delicious! Uzumaki Chenhao suddenly thought with a smile.
Then he poured himself a cup of water and slowly added some tea leaves. He planned to sit here and rest for a while. Watching the news indoors and drinking tea at a time like this really had a special charm to it.
Time slowly passed. Uzumaki Chenhao sat